The Significance of Worship Spaces and Paradise in Ancient Cultures

This chapter explores the importance of worship spaces for ancient Israel and the church, drawing parallels between the Taj Mahal's design and the Tabernacle's layout. It discusses the historical and symbolic significance of the garden as paradise in various cultures, portraying it as a lush and life-filled contrast to the wilderness. The chapter delves into the concept of paradise as God's presence and communion with mankind, emphasizing it as an experience rather than just a physical location.